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Is it High Capacity Resin or Not? 0 (0)

Of all the resins used in water treatment, cation or softener resins are, by far, the most popular. But it isn’t one size fits all. Mike and Denise discuss the various types of cation and how they are applied. Fine mesh, crosslinking, shallow shell, uniform particle size, etc. Episode 18 Show Notes – Is it…

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You’re Only As Good As Your Guts! 0 (0)

The least expensive component of a water system is the most critical component.  The distributor tube system plays a vital role in the filtration and softening process.  Using a poorly designed distributor system is like trying to drink through a cocktail straw rather than a standard size you might get with a cold drink. Show…

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Get Pumped Up! 0 (0)

In the water treatment business it’s almost impossible to avoid using chemical feed pump systems. We use them to feed chemicals to enhance treatment processes such as iron reduction or as a solo treatment like pH adjustment. Michael discusses some common pump technologies and simple application guidelines to keep you out of trouble.  He explains…

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Do I DIY DI? 0 (0)

In this episode of It’s Your Water, Denise and Mike discuss DI Resin, specifically Mixed Bed Resin.  DI is an acronym for “deionized”.  Learn where mixed bed resins are used, how they are applied and the basics of the “DI business”.  Show Notes: https://www.urbansaqua.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/www.urbansaqua.com-its-your-water-podcast-notes-show-notes-di-resin.pdf    

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Get High! 0 (0)

Mike and Denise want listeners to “get high” on high efficiency softeners. A high efficiency softener is designed to squeeze every little kilograin of capacity from a pound of salt. So, the goal is less salt, less water, less waste to either a septic system or the municipality.    Show Notes – Get High

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You Never Forget Your First Twins 0 (0)

In this humorous episode, Michael and Denise discuss why and when you should consider twin tank systems rather than single tank systems. Show Notes You Never Forget Your First Twins

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It’s Not Your Dad’s Manganese Dioxide Anymore! 0 (0)

Mike and Denise discuss oxidation with manganese dioxide treated media – Pyrolox Advantage. The “rules of engagement” for its use, the properties, advantages, benefits and specifications. It is used for the removal of Iron, Manganese & Sulfur.   Link to Urbans Aqua Pyrolox Advantage Webpage Show Notes: It’s Not Your Dad’s Manganese Dioxide Anymore!

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